2015 Open Internet Order

The 2015 Open Internet Order was a regulation by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) aimed at ensuring that all internet traffic is treated equally. It classified broadband internet as a utility, preventing internet service providers (ISPs) from blocking or slowing down access to legal content and applications. This order aimed to protect net neutrality, meaning that users could access any website or service without interference from ISPs. However, it faced legal challenges and was eventually repealed in 2017, leading to ongoing debates about internet access and fairness.